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Senate Democrats Push for Government Reopening Amid Concessions

11/10/2025

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Senate Democrats are prepared to vote to reopen the government if they gain concessions from the White House.
A deal would include a stopgap funding measure until January, tied to a larger funding package.
The plan would not extend Affordable Care Act subsidies, but would guarantee a future Senate vote on that issue.
Sticking points include reinstating federal workers dismissed under U.S. President Donald Trump, with initial votes possible Sunday.

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Story summary

Senate Democrats are prepared to vote to reopen the government if they gain concessions from the White House.
A deal would include a stopgap funding measure until January, tied to a larger funding package.
The plan would not extend Affordable Care Act subsidies, but would guarantee a future Senate vote on that issue.
Sticking points include reinstating federal workers dismissed under U.S. President Donald Trump, with initial votes possible Sunday.